National average prices of post-consumer material bales were flat to higher on the month.

US prices for plastic film bales continued to weaken in January, while HDPE grades firmed and PET, paper and UBCs stayed flat.

Prices for OCC, paper and UBCs remained stable in December, while plastics trends diverged.

Recycled commodity prices saw mixed results in November.

Recycled commodity prices saw mixed results in November.

National average prices for bales of post-consumer plastics were flat on the month, with PET containers remaining around a historic low.

The national average price of post-consumer PET beverage bottles and jars remained steadier this month, now averaging 4.50 cents per pound, compared to 4.66 cents per pound this time last month. Regional contracts are still yielding in the 3-7 cents range. One year ago this grade was trading at an average 17.59 cents per pound.

The national average price of post-consumer PET beverage bottles and jars dropped again in September, now averaging 4.66 cents per pound, compared to 5.75 cents per pound this time last month. Regional contracts are yielding in the 3-7 cent range. One year ago this grade was trading at an average 18.34 cents per pound.

The national average price of post-consumer PET beverage bottles and jars dropped again in September, now averaging 4.66 cents per pound, compared to 5.75 cents per pound this time last month.

Prices for PET, HDPE and PP bales saw significant drops again this month, while film grades edged lower.